Job#: 2047665
Job Description:
Apex Systems is a world class technology services business that incorporates industry or insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients’ digital visions.Apex has an opportunity for an Information Security Architect. For applicants who are interested in this opportunity, send your updated resume to Derek Downing, Account Manager, at [email protected].
Here are the details:
Position: Information Security Architect
Location? 200 Arlington St, Chelsea, MA
Duration: : October 2024 through June 30, 2025 w/option to extend
Rate: Negotiable Based on Experience
Job Description
The Massachusetts Department of Revenue (DOR) is committed to securing and protecting taxpayer information. We are seeking an experienced Microsoft Purview resource to implement a data labeling and data loss prevention solution in Office 365. This will include email, OneDrive, SharePoint and Teams. This effort must be completed prior to migration of files to the Microsoft Office 365 cloud.
This position is for a senior Purview and Microsoft expert.
The Purview expert must have hands on experience in the deployment and testing of data classification/labeling and data loss prevention across an enterprise. The individual must be able to demonstrate focused data protection experience and expertise in large scale Purview implementations. The individual must have overall Office 365 technical expertise in Exchange, OneDrive, SharePoint and Teams.
This project involves collaboration across multiple Commonwealth of Massachusetts agencies. The resource will play a lead role in protecting DOR and Commonwealth data.
Responsibilities
- Configure and maintain Microsoft Purview solutions, aligning with DOR and Commonwealth goals and best practices
- Use Microsoft Purview to ensure data classification and data loss prevention is implemented across all Office 365 Cloud environments.
- Provide strategic guidance and hands-on expertise to cross-functional teams working in the Purview implementation
- Ensure that the labels are accurately captured, and are organized in a way that makes it easily accessible and understandable for users
- Work closely with data owners to identify and document business and technical metadata for all critical data elements for covered information domains
- Work with agencies across the Commonwealth to identify best practices and processes for data labeling and data loss prevention
- Conduct training sessions to educate technical users on Microsoft Purview functionality and best practices
- Contribute to the development of data governance policies and of enterprise strategies for data migration to the cloud
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define data management requirements
Qualifications
- Experience with Microsoft Purview and ability to configure and maintain it in large-scale enterprise environments
- Experience in a lead role in the development of Purview policies for data labeling and data loss prevention. This experience must span multiple projects
- Experience with email, OneDrive, SharePoint and Teams
- 6+ years working in the IT industry with 4+ years of experience with Microsoft Purview
- Experience working in a team environment
- Ability to develop and execute unit tests on Purview polices
- Experience working in a structured development environment with formal change management and defect tracking
- Experience working with a quality assurance team and knowledge of formal testing principles
- Experience working in data security and cybersecurity preferably in a CISO office
- Experience working on government (state or federal) Purview projects
- Experience writing and updating formal data protection requirements
- Proven track record of successfully managing and configuring Microsoft Purview
- Experience in Information security governance, risk and compliance
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into practical solutions
- Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders
- Ability to translate Purview and data protection concepts into a narrative for non-technical stakeholders
- Knowledge of IRS Publication 1075 requirements is desired
- Experience with Jira bug tracking and testing tools is desired
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related technical field is desired. Equivalent experience will be considered
Additional Benefits:
For this opportunity, you will also be eligible for benefits through Apex for the contract period, 401K, medical/health benefits options, a W2 hourly rate, weekly pay, and direct deposit!
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.